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ON3P Kartel 98 Skis 2018

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ON3P Kartel 98 Skis 2018

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ON3P - Kartel 98 Skis 2018
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From the peak chair to the park, the ON3P Kartel 98 Skis have a well-established and versatile capability. As the skinniest ski in the Kartel line, these skis are the perfect everyday ski that won't leave you clawing for control when conditions get firm. Furthermore, they offer a low swing weight and poppy flex that makes them perfect for modern skiers who like to combo up groomer trenching with airy 360's off the cat track. Don't let the conditions dictate how much fun you have, re-up your supply of unconditional fun with the go-everywhere, do-anything ON3P Kartel 98 Skis.

Product Details

Rocker Type

Freestyle RockerLarger tip and tail rocker combined with camber underfoot. More playful, more fun, with enough camber underfoot to maintain solid edge contact on hard snow.

Elliptical Rocker ProfileThe rocker profile and tip shape are combined into one progressively changing elliptical arc, which allows the tips to plane faster in powder, deflect less in variable snow, and helps the effective edge running within the rocker length to engage in a natural, effortless way.

Flex

Freestyle FlexSolid underfoot platform with an even, progressive flex into tip and tail. A close-to-symmetrical flex for performance going both forward and switch.

Relative Stiffness (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)7.0

Sidecut

Elliptical SidecutAn elliptical arc that begins at boot center and gets progressively smaller as it extends toward the tip and tail of the ski, resulting in a ski that carves harder the more it is put on edge, yet remains stable when it is skied flat.

Shape

Tip TaperTip taper allows for a smoother release on turns, decreased swing weight, and a less catchy ride feel in variable conditions. Used throughout the ON3P line and matched with their rocker profiles to maximize effective edge while maintaining maneuverability.

Core

Bamboo CoreThe heart of every pair of ON3P ski is a FSC-certified, vertically laminated, 100% bamboo core. Bamboo provides a responsive, yet damp characteristic to their skis that we have grown to love.

Laminates

Carbon FiberProvides strength, rebound, responsiveness, and stiffens torsionally and longitudinally.

Extra Wide Binding MatAn additional layer of fiberglass mat prevents pullouts. To ensure proper coverage for all types of hole patterns, ON3P runs their mat full width on every ski they make. Their binding mat is double-biax fiberglass, increasing torsional stiffness.

Unidirectional Carbon StringerEach ski incorporates unidirectional carbon around the core, adding pop, stiffness, and dampness without any significant increase in weight.

Tri-Axial Fiberglass19 oz or 22 oz Tri-axial Fiberglass provides torsional and longitudinal stiffness, ensuring proper edge hold and power transfer.

Vibration Dampening Strips (VDS)VDS rubber is applied to the edges and sidewalls, acting as a shear layer that provides improved bonding strength and vibration dampening.

Sidewalls

UHMW SidewallsUHMW (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) is an incredibly strong material, has a higher abrasion resistance than steel, and resists cracking (unlike ABS).

Base

1.8 mm 4001 Durasurf Sintered BaseON3P's Durasurf 4001 base material provides their skis with better glide and protection from damage compared to any other sintered and extruded base material, and is 50% thicker than the industry standard.

Edges

2.5 mm x 2.5 mm Extra Thick EdgesON3P uses a 3/4 wrap for their 2.5mm x 2.5mm Rockwell 48 steel edges. The 3/4 wrap allows the tips and tails of the skis to flex, decreasing the risk of delamination.

3/4 Wrap EdgesThe edges don't wrap all the way around the tips and tails the way other brands build skis. The perceived durability is a marketing gimmick -- 3/4 wrap edges allow the tips and tails to flex naturally, which prevents delamination.

Graphics

Nylon TopsheetSublimated nylon topsheet is chip-resistant to ensure you always look your best.

Additional Features

Factory FinishingA meticulous 32 step finishing process -- including a perfect, two-part base structure, hot wax + four hour hot box treatment, and a polished, beveled, detuned edge, allows skiers to mount and ski every ON3P out of the wrapper.

Made in OregonEvery single pair of ON3P Skis is built by an ON3P employee in their Portland, Oregon factory. No shortcuts or OEM here -- they do it themselves. Design, build, sell.

Binding Compatibility

We recommend a brake width equal to or at most 15 mm wider than the ski waist width.

Specs

  • Terrain: Park & Pipe, All-Mountain More 
    Park & Pipe All-Mountain
  • Skis: No Bindings
  • Ability Level: Intermediate-Advanced More 
    Intermediate-Advanced
  • Rocker Type: Rocker/Camber/Rocker More 
    Rocker/Camber/Rocker
  • Turning Radius: Medium More 
    Medium
  • Core/Laminates: Bamboo, Carbon
  • Tail Type: Full Twin Tip More 
    Full Twin Tip
  • Made in the USA: Yes
    Yes
  • Warranty: 2 Years
Size (cm) 161 171 176 181 186
Tip Width (mm) 123 125 126 127 128
Waist Width (mm) 98 98 98 98 98
Tail Width (mm) 118 119 120 121 121
Turning Radius (m) 17.6 18.9 19.5 20.1 20.8
Effective Edge (cm) 126 135.5 140 144.5 149
Indiv. Ski Weight (g) 1650 1730 1900 2000 2120

Other Notes

ON3P products can only be shipped within the United States and Canada

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